One of the highlights of the Texas Rugby Hall of Fame each year is the awarding of the coveted Distinguished Service Awards. John Dale of the Dallas Harlequins, long time TRU/RRRC officer John Kurylas, and women’s pioneer Wilma Keller each exemplify the spirit of the award and will be feted at the 2026 HOF Banquet in Grapevine on …
The Texas Rugby Union is thrilled to welcome the rugby community to the 11th Annual Regional Development Summit, taking place August 28-30 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Grapevine DFW Airport North. This year’s event holds massive significance as we celebrate 55 years of TRU history, honoring a proud legacy of the TRU stretching back …
The Texas Rugby Hall of Fame is excited to announce its outstanding Class of 2026, consisting of Jay Abrizu of San Antonio, Aaron Cahoon of Austin, Mike Kwedar of Ft. Worth, Mike Slagle of Houston, and former Austinite Deena Samara Telley. Each of the new inductees were previous finalists for the HOF, some several times, …
Class Of 2026 HOF Nomination Instructions & Information The Texas Rugby Union Hall of Fame recognizes the individuals who have made a lasting impact on rugby across our state. This honor celebrates those whose dedication, leadership, and achievement have helped grow and strengthen Texas rugby at every level. Nominations are now open.Submission deadline: March 15 …
Registration is officially open for the 10th Annual TRU Summit. Join us in Houston for a full weekend of rugby development, celebration, and connection with coaches, referees, players, administrators, and supporters from across the region. Spots are limited and courses sell out every year. Register early to secure your place. What to Expect The weekend …
The Texas rugby community will gather in Houston on Saturday, August 23 to celebrate the 10th Anniversary TRU Hall of Fame Banquet. This year’s celebration honors four new inductees, several Distinguished Service recipients, and the Alan Sharpley Award honoree. The banquet will be held at the Hilton Houston North, which will also host the TRU …
Congratulations to the four outstanding members of the 10th Anniversary Texas Rugby Hall of Fame Class of 2025: Doug Corrigan, Filip Keuppens, Kelly “Spike” Kolberg, and Paul McCartney. Additionally, Mattison Grey, Joe and Jackie Olivas, and David Pflegler have been named Distinguished Service Award recipients, while Paul Mabry is being honored with the prestigious Alan …
Nominations for the Texas Rugby Union Hall of Fame Class of 2024 are now being accepted through March 15. Please fill out the nomination form below as directed. Do not send nominations to an individual. Successful candidates will substantially meet some or all of the following criteria. Longevity of service. Diversity of roles and areas …
The Texas Rugby Union (TRU) has announced the hosts for its major events in 2025, setting the stage for an exciting year of rugby across the region. With key competitions and special events lined up, there’s plenty for players, fans, and administrators to look forward to in the coming months. This year’s TRU Summit Conference …
The TRU rugby community is set to come together on August 24 in Austin to celebrate the Hall of Fame Class of 2024, present the prestigious Alan Sharpley Award for visionary leadership, and honor the 2001 Baylor University Rugby team for their USA Rugby Men’s Division 2 Collegiate National Championship win. Hall of Fame Inductees: …